Sushmita Roy
About Sushmita Roy
Sushmita Roy is an editorial intern at Global Citizen. She studied journalism and psychology at New York University. Her close friends and family started calling her “Sushi” before the dish became mainstream. Sushmita’s research interests include immigration, human interest stories, and social psychology. She passionate about advocating for gender equality and immigration rights.
Stories
Citizenship18 Photos of Protest and Pollution from Around the World This Week
These photos show the commitment of activists all around the world. Read more
Food & HungerLeBron James Partners with Walmart to Help End Hunger in America
"One out of 8 Americans struggle with hunger and I think one is too many.” Read more
HealthNew Zealand's First-Ever Budget for 'Well-Being' Will Focus on Poverty and Mental Health
Child poverty, domestic violence, and mental health are priorities in the budget. Read more
Girls & WomenRape of 3-Year-Old Girl Sparks Protests in India
“She doesn’t even understand what has happened,” her mother said. Read more
HealthInstagram Takes Further Steps to Ban Anti-Vaxxer Content and Vaccine Misinformation
The spread of misinformation on social media has contributed to a global measles outbreak. Read more
CitizenshipNumber of Internally Displaced People Worldwide Hits Record High, Report Says
Approximately 41 million people have been displaced by disaster and conflict. Read more
Citizenship13 Moving Photos of Democracy and Strength from Around the World This Week
Through protests and voting, people around the world exercised their democratic rights this week. Read more
Girls & WomenSexual Harassment Is Now Illegal in the Country of Georgia
The law change came after a wave of activism. Read more
HealthBlind Women in Colombia Are Helping Detect Breast Cancer in Patients
When trained, these health care workers can detect 30% more tissue alterations than doctors. Read more
Girls & WomenBlack Women Won Every Major American Beauty Pageant for the First Time in History
“It is important to little brown and black girls to see three strong figures.” Read more